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2022/002: Regarding compliance of as-built timber retaining walls with the Building Code as it relates to the protection of other property

This determination considers whether the construction of timber retaining walls complies with Building Code clauses B1 Structure and F5 Construction and Demolition Hazards as they relate to the protection of other property.

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